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Page 1: User Manual
M O B I L E D E V I C E User Manual Please read this manual before operating your device and keep it for future reference. -
Page 2: Intellectual Property
Intellectual Property All Intellectual Property, as defined below, owned by or which is otherwise the property of Samsung or its respective suppliers relating to the SAMSUNG Phone, including but not limited to, accessories, parts, or software relating there to (the “Phone System”), is proprietary to Samsung and protected under federal laws, state laws, and international treaty provisions. - Page 3 THERETO. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL SHALL BE CONSTRUED TO CREATE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCT. IN ADDITION, SAMSUNG SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM THE PURCHASE OR USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ARISING FROM THE BREACH OF THE EXPRESS WARRANTY, INCLUDING INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR LOSS OF ANTICIPATED PROFITS OR BENEFITS.
- Page 4 © 2013 Samsung Telecommunications America, LLC. Samsung is a registered trademark of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. Do you have questions about your Samsung Mobile Device? For 24 hour information and assistance, we offer a new FAQ/ARS System (Automated Response System) at: www.samsung.com/us/support...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Removing the Device ....14 Samsung Apps ......29 Section 2: Understanding Your Device .. - Page 6 Weather ......44 Sending a Call to the Galaxy Gear ..33 Section 6: Settings ........
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Page 8: Section 1: Getting Started
The sections of this manual are laid out to assist you with and may vary from your device, depending on the your setup and follow the UI features of your Galaxy Gear™. software version on your device, and any changes to the A robust index for features begins on page 76. - Page 9 Special Text Text Conventions Throughout this manual, you’ll find text that is set apart from This manual provides condensed information about how to the rest. These are intended to point out important use your phone. To make this possible, the following text information, share quick methods for activating features, to conventions are used to represent often-used steps: define terms, and more.
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Page 10: Setting Up Your Device
Setting Up Your Device 1. Before turning on your Galaxy Gear for the first time, charge it fully. These steps take you through an out-of-the-box setup 2. In a single motion, slide and hold the switch (1) to open process. These procedures are intended to help you get your device setup, activated, and assist you with your initial the Charging cradle’s protective cover. - Page 11 3. Carefully place the device onto the cradle (3), making sure to align the connector plates to the charging pins. Power Plug 4. Firmly close the cover (4). USB Connector 6. Insert the USB connector into the Charging cradle’s charger jack. Release Switch 5.
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Page 12: Turning Your Device On And Off
Turning Your Device On and Off Caution! Connecting the charger improperly may cause Turning Your Device On serious damage to the device. Any damage caused by misuse is not covered by the warranty. Press and hold (Power/Home) to turn the device on. -
Page 13: Checking The Battery Charge Status
With the device turned off, the current charge state is (Power/Home) until the Device options screen appears. displayed on-screen. The following icons will show the current battery charge status when the Galaxy Gear is off: 2. Tap Power off ( Restarting Your Device Displays your current battery charge level. -
Page 14: Installing Gear Manager
® Bluetooth technology. Installing Gear Manager Important! The Galaxy Gear must be paired from within the 1. Remove the Charging cradle from the packaging. Gear Manger application. If it is paired manually 2. Turn on your smartphone and enable NFC from within the Bluetooth menu, the device will not communication. -
Page 15: Pairing The Devices Manually
Connect new Gear Connect manually. Important! If re-pairing a previously connected device, select 3. Tap the Samsung Galaxy Gear device from within the Restore to update all settings and parameters from available on-screen list. your smartphone. -
Page 16: Disconnecting The Devices
6. Verify the Samsung Galaxy Gear entry now shows “Connected” within the Gear Manager application and icon appears at the top of your smartphone’s screen. Disconnecting the Devices 1. From within your smartphone’s Applications page, tap (Gear Manager). 2. Tap the paired device from within the Paired Gear area... -
Page 17: Wearing The Device
Wearing the Device 4. In a single motion, push the metal joint downwards (towards the back of the Galaxy Gear), and then push 1. Thread the wristband through the Frame (1). the buckle down towards until you hear a click. -
Page 18: Removing The Device
1. Firmly grasp both sides of the buckle. 2. Carefully pull the Buckle upwards and away from the wristband. This causes the metal joint to move upwards (away from the back of the Galaxy Gear). Buckle Speaker 3. Slide the wristband out from the Frame. -
Page 19: Section 2: Understanding Your Device
Section 2: Understanding Your Device Front and Back Views This section outlines key features of your device. It also describes the device’s keys, screen and the icons that The following illustrations show the main elements of your display when the device is in use. device. - Page 20 2. Display shows all the information needed to operate 4. Buckle secures the wristband. your device, such as the number of wirelessly 5. Cradle Connector Plates (back of device) when connected devices, number of received messages connected to the connector pins on the cradle, (along with date, time and phone number), and data provides charging to the device.
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Page 21: Side View
5. Metal Pin is placed on the wristband 6. Joint is folded together to either secure the buckle to 1. Camera lens is used to take photos and shoot videos. strap or aid in the removal of the Galaxy Gear. Understanding Your Device... -
Page 22: Charging Cradle Views
2. Security Latch used to release the security cover. 3. Charging Pins provide power to the device once secured onto the cradle. 4. Cover used to hold the Galaxy Gear securely within the Charging cradle. -
Page 23: On-Screen Indicators
Battery level, Volume and Brightness levels) by quickly Displays when Bluetooth technology is active tapping simultaneously twice on the screen using two and enabled but the Galaxy Gear is not fingers. communicating with the paired smartphone. Displays when the Bluetooth technology is active,... -
Page 24: Navigation And Gestures
Waking the Device or slide through an available on-screen list. Shake the Galaxy Gear on your wrist or press Note: From an open application screen, swipe down to exit the (Power/Home). current application and return to the Home screen. -
Page 25: Configuring Your Device
Configuring your Device • Pinch: “Pinch” the screen using your thumb and forefinger to zoom out when viewing a picture. (Move fingers inward to zoom For more information, refer to “Settings” on page 45. out.) Adjusting the Brightness • Spread: “Spread” the screen using your thumb and forefinger to Double-tap the screen simultaneously once with two zoom in when viewing a picture. -
Page 26: Switching To Silent Mode
Switching to silent mode 1. With the device on, press and hold (Power/Home) until the Device options screen appears. 2. Select either (Mute) or (Vibrate). – or – From the Home (Clock) screen, scroll to and then tap (Apps) Settings Sound Sound mode Sound, Vibrate or Mute. -
Page 27: Section 3: Understanding The Gear Manager
Section 3: Understanding the Gear Manager The Gear Manager application manages the connection Important! If you connect to a different Galaxy Gear, your between your Galaxy Gear and a connected smartphone. smartphone’s Gear Manager will have to In works to synchronize and manage the favorite applications... -
Page 28: Launching Gear Manager
Galaxy Gear device. Launching Gear Manager • Connect New Gear: allows you to pair a new Galaxy Gear device. This application allows you to connect to a smartphone, customize your Galaxy Gear settings and applications. - Page 29 2. Select Disconnect OK. The Galaxy Gear screen will It is also useful to identify individual Galaxy Gear devices if temporarily indicate “Bluetooth disconnected”. you have multiple units connected/paired to the same Reconnecting a Previously Connected Device smartphone.
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Page 30: Clocks
Clocks If you go from using one Galaxy Gear then begin the paring process with a secondary unit, the Gear Manager application This menu provides the ability to customize the Clock screen will have to “sync up”... -
Page 31: My Apps
(My apps). • Favorites: displays both your currently assigned favorite apps (those that appear on the Galaxy Gear as you swipe across the 2. Tap the Favorites tab (Add). main screens) and provides you the ability to Add, Rearrange, or 3. -
Page 32: Adjusting The Settings Of Installed Apps
Apps The My apps screen now displays an updated list of available applications in their new order. Confirm the 1. From within your smartphone’s Applications page, order on your Galaxy Gear by swiping across the (Gear Manager) (My apps). screen. -
Page 33: Installing Featured Applications
3. Tap Install and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation of the selected application Note: Access to this feature requires that you already be from within the Samsung Apps feature on the paired logged in to your Samsung account application on the paired smartphone. -
Page 34: Finding Your Galaxy Gear
Galaxy Gear. 2. Configure an available on-screen setting. 3. Once you have found your Galaxy Gear, swipe in any • Auto lock: when activated, allow you it use your Galaxy Gear direction atop to end the process. -
Page 35: Help
• Wake-up gesture: when activated, this feature allows you to To activate the Smart Relay features: wake up the Galaxy Gear by simply raising the arm your Gear is Use this feature to view new messages, events, and other information when you receive notifications. When you receive a notification, pick up the connected mobile device with the •... -
Page 36: Section 4: Calling Features
The caller's phone number, picture, or Making a Call name if stored in Contacts List, displays. 1. From the Home (Clock) screen on your Galaxy Gear, scroll to and then tap (Apps) Dialer. -
Page 37: Making A Call Using Logs
(Bluetooth Headset Off) to turn the connection Caution! Do not hold the device's speaker close to your ear. Headset back on and send the call to the Galaxy Gear. Excessive exposure to loud sounds can cause hearing damage. Calling Features... -
Page 38: Active Call Menu Options
Active Call Menu Options More In-call Options During a call you can save the current caller’s information to the In Call menu provides several available options: the Contacts list, or create a Memo. Mutes or Unmutes From within an active call, tap (Menu) and then the call select an available in-call option:... -
Page 39: Logs Tab
Logs Tab Each entry contains the phone number (if it is available) and Contacts entry name (if the number is in your Contacts). The Logs tab is a list of the phone numbers (or Contacts entries) for calls you placed, accepted, or missed. The Logs Indicates all outgoing calls made from your device. -
Page 40: Section 5: Applications
Accessing Applications Important! If you wish your images and videos to be 1. Turn on Galaxy Gear and swipe across the screen to automatically updated to your connected view the currently loaded feature applications. smartphone, alter the Camera settings Data 2. -
Page 41: Taking Photos
Zooming 2. Select an on-screen function: • (Camera) indicates the camera mode is active. • Pinch: “Pinch” the screen using your thumb and forefinger to zoom out when viewing a picture. (Move fingers inward to zoom • (Camcorder) indicates the camcorder mode is active. out.) •... -
Page 42: Contacts
• Signature: adds signature logo to your image. Important! Before creating your first outbound message using the Galaxy Gear, you must first accept the terms of To configure settings for Camcorder: use for the S Voice application on your target 1. -
Page 43: Dialer
Dialer Gallery This application allows you to make new outgoing calls Use this application to view images and videos. 1. From the Home (Clock) screen, scroll to and then tap 1. From the Home (Clock) screen, scroll to and then tap (Apps) Gallery. -
Page 44: Media Controller
Media Controller Increase volume This application leverages the media playback capabilities of on smartphone your smartphones Music player application. The Galaxy Gear can only be used to control the playback of the smartphone’s application. Previous Note: Some file formats are not supported depending on the... - Page 45 To create a User Profile: To configure the Pedometer application: 1. From the main Pedometer app screen, tap 1. From the main Pedometer app screen, tap (Menu) to configure the application. (Menu) to configure the application. 2. Select User profile and begin to update the values as 2.
- Page 46 Before You Start Exercising Finally, the American College of Sports Medicine recommends that you see your doctor before engaging in This app can be used to monitor your exercise. While vigorous exercise if two or more of the following apply: moderate physical activity, such as brisk walking, is safe for •...
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Page 47: S Voice
• Do not use offensive or slang words. Using S Voice on the Galaxy Gear leverages the functionality • Avoid speaking in dialectal accents. Settings of the same application on the paired smartphone to do the work for you. -
Page 48: Timer
Voice Memo 5. Tap Restart to restart the lap counter. You can have multiple lap times. Use this application allows you to record an audio file of up to 6. Tap Reset to reset the counter. 5 minutes. Timer 1. From the Home (Clock) screen, scroll to and then tap (Apps) Voice Memo. -
Page 49: Section 6: Settings
Section 6: Settings Accessing the Settings Menu This section explains the settings for your device. It includes such settings as: clock, sound, volume, display, and any From the Home (Clock) screen, scroll to and then tap extra settings associated with your device. (Apps) Settings. -
Page 50: Sound Settings
– Set time: allows you to adjust the time values as needed. Use • Vibration: tap an on-screen entry to assign a new vibration the on-screen dial to adjust each value. Tap Set to assign the type. Select a vibration type (Strong, Medium, or Weak) and value. -
Page 51: Display
• Ringtones: adjusts the volume levels for the device’s ringtone • Home bg color: allows you to assign the Home screen functions. background color. – to adjust the level and tap OK. • Font size: allows you to assign the size of the on-screen font. Choose from: Small, Normal, or Large. -
Page 52: Bluetooth
• Rename: allows you to change the reference name used by (Apps) Settings Bluetooth. the Gear Manager application for the selected Galaxy Gear. 2. Tap the Bluetooth field to turn it off. The checkmark no longer appears in the adjacent field. To turn Bluetooth on: 1. -
Page 53: Privacy Lock
1. From the Home (Clock) screen, scroll to and then tap (Apps) Settings Reset Gear. Note: Although Galaxy Gear can be paired and synchronized 2. Read the on-screen reset information. with your smartphone, it is not secured. It is 3. Tap Reset. -
Page 54: Gear Info
Gear Info This menu contains information about the device and a programming Debug mode. 1. From the Home (Clock) screen, scroll to and then tap (Apps) Settings Gear Info. 2. Click About Gear and scroll through the available on-screen list: •... -
Page 55: Section 7: Health And Safety Information
Samsung could void your authority to operate the device. eyes off the road or become so absorbed in the activity that your ability to concentrate on the act of driving becomes This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. -
Page 56: Battery Use And Safety
Before using your device to chat with friends, consider your Never mount this device in a manner that will obstruct the circumstances. Let the chat wait when driving conditions driver’s clear view of the street and traffic. require. Remember, driving comes first, nothing else! Never use wireless data services such as Web browsing or If you consider a chat necessary and appropriate, follow e-mail while operating a vehicle. - Page 57 If the GALAXY and/or battery get wet, have them checked take it to a service center for inspection. by your service provider or contact Samsung, even if they appear • Never use any charger, outlet, or battery that is damaged in to be working properly.
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Page 58: Samsung Mobile Products And Recycling
Batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly. present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage, or other hazard. Samsung's warranty does not cover damage to the GALAXY For more information about recycling your GALAXY, go to: caused by non-Samsung-approved batteries and/or http://mobile.samsungusa.com/recycling/index.jsp... -
Page 59: Display / Touch-Screen
WARRANTY DISCLAIMER: PROPER USE OF A DANGER - TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE TOUCH-SCREEN MOBILE DEVICE INSTRUCTIONS. If your mobile device has a touch-screen display, FOR CONNECTION TO A SUPPLY NOT IN NORTH please note that a touch-screen responds best to a AMERICA, USE AN ATTACHMENT PLUG ADAPTOR light touch from the pad of your finger or a non-metallic... -
Page 60: Care And Maintenance
Dust and Dirt years: Do not expose your mobile device to dust, dirt, or sand. Keep your Samsung Mobile Device away from: Liquids of any kind Keep the mobile device dry. Precipitation, humidity, and liquids contain minerals that will corrode electronic... -
Page 61: Responsible Listening
Cleaning solutions Prolonged exposure to loud sounds (including music) is the most common cause of preventable hearing loss. Some Do not use harsh chemicals, cleaning solvents, or strong scientific research suggests that using portable audio detergents to clean the mobile device. Wipe it with a soft devices, such as portable music players and cell phones, at cloth slightly dampened in a mild soap-and-water high volume settings for long durations may lead to... - Page 62 • • Set the volume in a quiet environment and select the lowest Do not listen at any volume that causes you discomfort. If you volume at which you can hear adequately. experience ringing in your ears, hear muffled speech, or experience any temporary hearing difficulty after listening to your •...
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Page 63: Operating Environment
National Institute on Deafness and Other Email: cdcinfo@cdc.gov Communication Disorders Internet: National Institutes of Health http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/noise/ 31 Center Drive, MSC 2320 default.html Bethesda, MD 20892-2320 1-888-232-6348 TTY Email: nidcdinfo@nih.gov Operating Environment Internet: Remember to follow any special regulations in force in any http://www.nidcd.nih.gov/ area, and always switch your mobile device off whenever it is National Institute for Occupational Safety... - Page 64 Implantable Medical Devices Other Medical Devices A minimum separation of six (6) inches should be maintained If you use any other personal medical devices, consult the between a handheld wireless mobile device and an manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately implantable medical device, such as a pacemaker or shielded from external RF energy.
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Page 65: Restricting Children's Access To Your Mobile Device
Potentially Explosive Environments towel and take it to a service center. Vehicles using liquefied petroleum gas (such as propane or butane) must comply with Switch your mobile device off when in any area with a the National Fire Protection Standard (NFPA-58). For a copy potentially explosive atmosphere and obey all signs and of this standard, contact the National Fire Protection instructions. -
Page 66: Other Important Safety Information
Any changes or modifications to your mobile device not expressly approved by Samsung could void your warranty for shock. To minimize the risk of electrostatic discharge from the... - Page 67 • Failure to observe these instructions may lead to the suspension or denial of network services to the offender, or legal action, or both. • While using your device, leave some lights on in the room and do not hold the screen too close to your eyes. •...
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Page 68: Section 8: Warranty Information
1 Year conjunction or connection with accessories, products, or ancillary/peripheral equipment not furnished or approved by Case/Pouch/Holster* 90 Days SAMSUNG; (g) defects or damage resulting from improper Other Device 1 Year testing, operation, maintenance, installation, service, or Accessories* adjustment not furnished or approved by SAMSUNG;... - Page 69 (iii) the battery has return the Product to an authorized phone service facility in been used in equipment other than the SAMSUNG phone for an adequate container for shipping, accompanied by the which it is specified.
- Page 70 ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY claims, whether in advertising, presentations or otherwise, LASTS, OR THE DISCLAIMER OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL on behalf of SAMSUNG regarding the Products or this Limited OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS Warranty.
- Page 71 For any arbitration in which your total damage claims, exclusive of attorney fees and expert witness fees, are ALL DISPUTES WITH SAMSUNG ARISING IN ANY WAY FROM $5,000.00 or less (“Small Claim”), the arbitrator may, if you THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR THE SALE, CONDITION OR...
- Page 72 You may opt out of this dispute resolution procedure by Severability providing notice to SAMSUNG no later than 30 calendar days If any portion of this Limited Warranty is held to be illegal or from the date of the first consumer purchaser’s purchase of the unenforceable, such partial illegality or unenforceability shall Product.
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Page 73: End User License Agreement For Software
Phone: 1-800-SAMSUNG SOFTWARE. Phone: 1-888-987-HELP (4357) 1. GRANT OF LICENSE. Samsung grants you the following rights No reproduction in whole or in part allowed without prior provided that you comply with all terms and conditions of this written approval. Specifications and availability subject to EULA: You may install, use, access, display and run one copy of change without notice. - Page 74 EULA applies to all and any component of the Update that based on the Software. You may not rent, lease, lend, sublicense Samsung may provide to you or make available to you after the or provide commercial hosting services with the Software.
- Page 75 License will terminate automatically without imposed by your network or internet provider. Unless your device notice from Samsung if you fail to comply with any of the terms is connected to the internet through Wi-Fi connection, the and conditions of this EULA.
- Page 76 OBTAINED BY YOU FROM SAMSUNG OR ITS AFFILIATES SHALL BE to the mobile device or loss of data, caused or alleged to be DEEMED TO ALTER THIS DISCLAIMER BY SAMSUNG OF caused by, or in connection with, use of or reliance on any such...
- Page 77 LIMITATIONS, EXCLUSIONS, AND DISCLAIMERS (INCLUDING SECTIONS 10, 11, 12 AND 13) SHALL APPLY TO THE MAXIMUM 13. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY. SAMSUNG WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, EVEN IF ANY REMEDY ANY DAMAGES OF ANY KIND ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO FAILS ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE.
- Page 78 Notwithstanding the foregoing, Samsung may of any award, but may not grant Samsung its attorney fees, apply for injunctive remedies (or an equivalent type of urgent expert witness fees or costs unless it is determined that the claim legal relief) in any jurisdiction.
- Page 79 17. ENTIRE AGREEMENT; SEVERABILITY. This EULA is the entire agreement between you and Samsung relating to the Software and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous oral or written communications, proposals and representations with respect to the Software or any other subject matter covered by this EULA.
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Page 80: Index
Index Brightness Care and Maintenance 56 Adjusting 21 Charging battery 6 Answering a Call 32 Charging Cradle 18 Applications Clock Adding to Gear 27 Call Functions Settings 45 Remove from Gear 28 Answering 32 Color Reorder on Gear 27 Ending 32 Home Background 47 Auto lock 30 Ending a Call 32... - Page 81 My Apps 27 Zoom Out 21 Find My Device 39 Adding New Apps 27 Images Finding Adjusting App Settings 28 Automatic Upload 28 Galaxy Gear 30 Removing Applications 28 In Call Font Reorder Applications 27 Menu 34 Size 47 Tab Overview 27...
- Page 82 Smart Practices While Driving 51 Activation 31 Device 14 Smart Relay Assigning Notifications 30 Reset Activation 31 On 31 Galaxy Gear 49 Viewing on Smartphone 30 Reset Gear 49 Sound Responsible Listening 57 Operating Environment 59 Settings 46 Restricting Children's Access to Your...
- Page 83 Vibrate 22 Voice Memo 44 Volume Adjusting 21 Settings 46 Wake-up Gesture Turning On Gear 31 Warranty Information 64 Wearing Device 13 Weather 44 Wristband Installing 13 Removing 14...